Media Projects

The National Endowment for the Humanities (NEH) Division of Lifelong Learning is accepting applications for the Media Projects program (Funding Opportunity Number: 20260625-TD-TR). This program supports the development, production, and distribution of radio programs, podcasts, and documentary films that engage general audiences with humanities ideas. Key dates include an application deadline of June 25, 2026, and an anticipated award announcement in December 2026. Approximately $6,000,000 will be awarded to an estimated 15 recipients. Eligible applicants include 501(c)(3) nonprofit organizations, accredited institutions of higher education, state and local governments, and federally recognized Native American Tribal governments. Funding is available in two categories: Development (up to $75,000 for film projects) and Production (up to $700,000 for documentary films and $350,000 for radio/podcasts). Projects must start between March 1, 2027, and September 1, 2027. The NOFO details application requirements, review criteria, and restrictions, including prohibitions on promoting certain ideologies or engaging in lobbying.

The National Endowment for the Humanities (NEH) Division of Lifelong Learning is accepting applications for the Media Projects program (Funding Opportunity Number: 20260625-TD-TR). This program supports the development, production, and distribution of radio programs, podcasts, and documentary films that engage general audiences with humanities ideas. Key dates include an application deadline of June 25, 2026, and anticipated award announcements in December 2026. Approximately $6,000,000 is available for about 15 grants. Development awards for film projects are up to $75,000, while production awards are up to $700,000 for documentary films and $350,000 for radio/podcast projects. Eligible applicants include nonprofit organizations, accredited higher education institutions, state and local governments, and federally recognized Native American Tribal governments. The projects must be grounded in humanities scholarship, involve humanities scholars, and demonstrate potential for broad public appeal. Funding restrictions include promotion of specific political, religious, or ideological viewpoints, DEI initiatives, fictional films, and projects primarily for formal educational environments. Applications must be submitted via Grants.gov Workspace.